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Italy Tour Packages from India

An Italy package from India costs roughly ₹1,40,000 to ₹4,00,000+ per person, and getting there has genuinely improved recently: Air India and ITA Airways both fly nonstop from Delhi to Rome, and both also fly nonstop from Mumbai to Rome — Air India relaunched its Delhi–Rome nonstop service in March 2026 after a six-year gap.

Most Bayard travellers choose a classic 8-day Rome–Florence–Venice circuit, a 10–11-day Italy-and-France combination, or a longer 9–10-day grand tour that adds Milan and Naples. Below, we explain exactly which of your nearest airports has a direct flight, give you the real, current Schengen visa fee and total cost, and help you plan Rome, Florence, Venice and the Amalfi Coast into a trip that doesn’t feel rushed.

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Italy trip at a glance

Italy’s Schengen visa for Indians the real, current cost

A Schengen visa is compulsory for Indian citizens visiting Italy, for stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. There’s no way around this for a standard holiday — but it’s worth knowing the real, current numbers rather than an outdated figure.

• The Schengen visa fee is €90 per adult (€45 for children aged 6–11, free under 6) — this has been the rate since June 2024, and it applies identically whether you apply through Italy or any other Schengen country.

• On top of the embassy fee, VFS Global’s service charge and mandatory travel insurance (minimum €30,000 medical coverage) typically bring the real total closer to ₹11,000–13,000 per adult, not just the bare €90/₹8,100 headline figure.

• Applications go through VFS Global or the Italian Embassy/Consulate, and are generally best submitted a few weeks to a couple of months ahead of travel.

• A successful visa is usually valid for your exact travel dates, though multiple-entry visas valid for 6 months to 5 years can be issued to travellers with a strong prior travel history.

Visa fees were correct at the time of writing — the EU reviews Schengen fees roughly every three years, with the next review expected around 2027. Recheck before booking, and see the review cadence in Step 4.

Italy package cost from India

Bayard’s Italy packages range from ₹1,40,000 per person for a 9-day/8-night circuit to ₹4,00,000+ per person for an extended multi-country grand tour.

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Classic Italy Escape 8 Days / 7 Nights

From ₹1,40,000–₹1,80,000 per person · Best for first-time international travellers, families and couples

• Day 1 — Arrive Rome, evening at Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon.

• Day 2 — Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, then Vatican City and the Sistine Chapel.

• Day 3 — Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, Castel Sant’Angelo, evening gelato on Via del Corso.

• Day 4 — High-speed train to Florence; the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio.

• Day 5 — Uffizi and Accademia (Michelangelo’s David) in Florence, afternoon Tuscany day trip (Siena, San Gimignano, Chianti wine tasting).

• Day 6 — High-speed train to Venice; St. Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, an evening gondola ride.

• Day 7 — Murano (glass-blowing) and Burano (coloured houses), shopping near the Rialto.

• Day 8 — Departure from Venice or Rome.

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Italy & France Getaway 10–11 Days

Best for families and couples wanting two iconic destinations in one trip

Rome and Florence lead into a transfer to Paris the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, a Seine river cruise, and a Versailles day trip before departure.

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Family Fun Italy Rome, Florence & Venice, 9 Days / 8 Nights

Best for families with children and school-holiday travel

A more deliberately paced version of the classic circuit Colosseum and Vatican in Rome, family-friendly Uffizi and Accademia visits in Florence, and a gondola ride and glass-blowing demonstration in Venice, with a pizza/pasta-making class built in. Amalfi Coast, Cinque Terre or Lake Como can be added as an extension if your dates allow these aren’t standard inclusions in the core itinerary, so ask your consultant to build them in if they’re a priority.

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Getting to Italy from your city

Italy is now a genuine nonstop destination from two of Bayard’s core Indian gateway cities. Air India and ITA Airways both fly nonstop from Delhi and Mumbai to Rome, and ITA Airways also flies nonstop Delhi–Milan. Air India’s Delhi–Rome route only relaunched in March 2026, ending a six-year gap in nonstop service on this corridor.

Flying from Delhi or Mumbai

Both cities now have two nonstop carriers to Rome to choose between a genuinely strong, current connectivity story worth checking against your exact travel dates, since a recently relaunched route can still see schedule adjustments in its first year.

Flying from other Indian cities

The practical routing is a one-stop connection via Delhi or Mumbai, or a one-stop international routing via Gulf carriers, Turkish Airlines via Istanbul, or Lufthansa via Frankfurt or Munich.

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Best time to visit Italy

For most Indian travellers, the best time to visit Italy is April–June and September–October.

If your trip is mainly Rome, Florence and Venice, April–June or September–October give the most comfortable sightseeing conditions. If a beach-focused Amalfi Coast or Cinque Terre extension is the priority, July–August’s heat is a fair trade-off for warm, swimmable seas.

Top places and experiences to include in your Italy package

Rome — Ancient History & the Vatican

Rome anchors almost every Italy itinerary. Best for first-time visitors, families and history-lovers. Highlights: Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican City, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon.

Florence — Renaissance Art Capital

Florence adds world-class Renaissance art and is a common reason Indian couples choose Italy specifically. Highlights: Uffizi Gallery, the Duomo, Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia, Ponte Vecchio, and a Tuscany day trip to Siena and Chianti.

Venice — Canals & Island Life

Venice adds a genuinely unique water-city experience. Highlights: St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace, a gondola ride, and the lagoon islands of Murano (glass) and Burano (colourful houses).

Amalfi Coast — Coastal Villages & Beaches (Extension)

A strong aspirational add-on rather than a standard inclusion in most of Bayard’s current packages — worth building in explicitly if it’s a priority for your trip. Highlights: Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, and boat cruises along the cliffside coast.

Tuscany — Wine Country & Medieval Towns

Usually visited as a day trip from Florence. Highlights: Chianti wine tasting, Siena’s medieval centre, San Gimignano’s towers, and (where included) truffle hunting or a farm-stay experience.

Practical notes for Indian travellers

Getting around

High-speed Trenitalia and Italo trains connect Rome, Florence and Venice in 1.5–2.5 hours with frequent daily departures — genuinely convenient and family-friendly, and usually included as a booked-in-advance part of your Bayard itinerary rather than something you need to arrange yourself.

Pacing

Cobblestone streets and a high density of major sights in a small area mean Italy rewards a slower pace — most travellers, especially families with children or seniors, do better with one major attraction per day rather than trying to combine Rome, Florence, Venice, Tuscany and Amalfi Coast into a rushed week.

Booking key attractions ahead

Skip-the-line tickets for the Colosseum, Vatican Museums and the Uffizi Gallery are worth booking 2–3 months in advance, especially for April–June and September–October travel — these sell out well ahead of the date during peak season.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Assuming any Indian city has a direct flight to Italy beyond Delhi and Mumbai — other cities currently need a one-stop connection.

• Budgeting only the bare €90 Schengen visa fee without accounting for the VFS service charge and mandatory travel insurance, which bring the real total closer to ₹11,000–13,000 per adult.

• Assuming Amalfi Coast or Cinque Terre are automatically included in a standard Rome–Florence–Venice package — check with your consultant, since these are usually extensions.

• Trying to fit too many cities into a short trip — a rushed one-night stop in each city usually leaves less of an impression than a properly paced circuit.

What’s included in a Bayard Italy package

Why book Italy with Bayard Vacations

• The real, current direct-flight picture — Air India and ITA Airways both fly nonstop from Delhi and Mumbai, a genuinely improved story since March 2026 that we keep up to date

• The true, complete Schengen visa cost explained, not just the bare embassy fee

• Honest pacing guidance so Rome, Florence, Venice, Tuscany and Amalfi Coast don’t get crammed into a rushed week

• Clear separation between core itinerary inclusions and genuine extensions (Amalfi Coast, Cinque Terre, Lake Como), so you know exactly what you’re booking

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Italy package FAQs

Do Indians need a visa for Italy?

Yes — a Schengen visa is compulsory for Indian citizens visiting Italy, for stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. The current fee is €90 per adult, with additional VFS service charges and mandatory travel insurance bringing the real total closer to ₹11,000–13,000.

Are there direct flights from India to Italy?

Yes. Air India and ITA Airways both fly nonstop from Delhi and Mumbai to Rome, and ITA Airways also flies nonstop from Delhi to Milan. Air India’s Delhi–Rome route relaunched in March 2026 after a six-year gap. Other Indian cities currently need a one-stop connection.

How much does an Italy trip cost from India?

Bayard’s Italy packages range from around ₹1,40,000 per person for a 9-day circuit to ₹4,00,000+ per person for an extended multi-country grand tour. Confirm exact current prices when you enquire.

How many days are enough for Italy?

7–8 days covers a classic Rome–Florence–Venice circuit comfortably. 9–12 days allows an extended circuit with Milan or Naples, or an Italy-plus-France or Italy-plus-Switzerland combination.

What is the best time to visit Italy from India?

April–June and September–October offer the most comfortable weather for city sightseeing. July–August is hot and crowded in the cities but good for Amalfi Coast or Cinque Terre beach time.

Is the Amalfi Coast included in a standard Italy package?

Not usually — it’s typically offered as an extension rather than a core inclusion in Bayard’s Rome–Florence–Venice circuits. Ask your consultant to build it in if it’s a priority for your trip.

How do I get between Rome, Florence and Venice?

By high-speed Trenitalia or Italo train — journeys typically take 1.5–2.5 hours with frequent daily departures, and train tickets for the core route are usually included in your Bayard package.

Do I need to book Colosseum or Vatican tickets in advance?

Yes, ideally 2–3 months ahead, especially for April–June and September–October travel — these popular skip-the-line tickets sell out well ahead of the date during peak season.

What is included in a Bayard Italy package?

Hotels in your itinerary cities, daily breakfast, airport transfers, high-speed train tickets between core cities, and key sightseeing tickets as specified in your package. International airfare, the Schengen visa fee, travel insurance and meals beyond breakfast are quoted separately unless bundled.

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Tell us your city, your dates and who’s travelling. We’ll send back a costed itinerary that already accounts for your direct flight where one exists, the real Schengen visa cost, and honest pacing across Rome, Florence, Venice and any extensions you want to add.

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